Technician Wave Soldering Operator

Position: Technician Wave Soldering Operator (ID #511442)
Suwanee, GA

Buford Ga 3074

$21.00/Per Hour

Technician Wave Soldering Operator

* Job Description

* Branch Details

We are currently hiring a Test Technician Wave Soldering Operator/Technician who is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining wave soldering machines to solder electronic components onto printed circuit boards (PCBs). This role ensures that through-hole PCB assemblies are soldered, cleaned, and inspected according to quality standards.

Job Title:

Test Technician Wave Soldering

Pay Rate: $21

Schedule (Days and Time): 2nd Monday
-Friday 3:30pm - 12am

Key Responsibilities

* Machine Operation:
Set up, program, and operate wave soldering machines, including adjusting settings like conveyor speed, flux density, and solder temperature to meet production standards.

* Production & Assembly:
Load PCBs onto conveyor systems and manage the soldering process for through-hole components.

* Quality Control & Inspection:
Perform detailed visual inspections of PCBs pre- and post-soldering, identifying defects such as solder bridges, cold joints, or insufficient solder.

* Maintenance:
Perform routine maintenance on machines, including cleaning the solder pot, adding solder, and monitoring flux levels.

* Rework & Troubleshooting:
Perform basic hand soldering or touch-up repairs to correct defects and resolve minor equipment issues.

* Documentation:
Maintain production records and follow safety procedures, including those for lead and lead-free processes.

Required

Skills & Qualifications

* Technical Knowledge:
Understanding of PCB assembly processes and, ideally, familiarity with IPC-A-610 standards.

* Machine Familiarity:

Experience with soldering equipment, such as wave solder, selective solder, or aqueous cleaning systems.

* Physical Dexterity:
Excellent hand-eye coordination for inspection and handling delicate components.

* Technical

Skills:

Ability to read blueprints, work instructions, and schematic diagrams.

* Education/

Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent, with typically 2+ years of soldering experience in a manufacturing environment.

Working Conditions

* Environment:
Production floor, which may be noisy.

* Safety:
Handling of chemicals (flux) and exposure to fumes, requiring strict adherence to safety guidelines.

* Physical Demand:
Frequent standing, walking, and lifting of up to 20 lbs or

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